Dressing a baby every day doesn’t have to be boring—it can actually be kinda fun if you mix it up.

Let’s be real, babies are messy little humans. They spit up, drool, crawl, and somehow turn every outfit into a potential stain experiment. But that doesn’t mean their clothes have to be plain or repetitive. The trick? Mix basics with a couple of cute or patterned pieces, so you get style points without spending all morning changing them.

Start with the basics: solid-colored leggings, soft bodysuits, maybe a neutral cardigan. These are like your outfit foundation—they go with literally everything. Then throw in one “fun” piece—a patterned hat, a tiny bow, or a whimsical onesie—and suddenly your baby is ready for Instagram (or just looking extra adorable at the playground). The best part? If a mess happens, only one layer is sacrificed, not the whole outfit.

Neutral colors are underrated. Beige, grey, cream, soft pastels—they’re lifesavers when you’re trying to rotate outfits without running out of combinations. You can easily switch tops, bottoms, and accessories and it never looks the same. Honestly, the simple onesies paired with a little pop of pattern are my go-to when I don’t want to think too hard.

Layering is another trick that actually makes life easier. A cardigan over a bodysuit, a soft hat, or little socks that peek out of pants—these small touches can completely change the vibe of an outfit. Plus, layers give you some flexibility for unpredictable weather. You don’t want your baby freezing or overheating just because you missed one tiny step.

The funny part is, babies don’t care what they’re wearing, but we do. And those mini mix & match experiments? They end up being some of the cutest moments you’ll remember. Bonus: it teaches you early on how to be a minimalist in style without sacrificing variety. Simple pieces, rotated creatively, can go a surprisingly long way.